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The Sourcing Leader is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships for critical raw material categories that support the Roofing, Nonwovens, and ...

Sourcing Leader III Duration: 12+ Months (Could go beyond) Key responsibilities: * Manage all sourcing related activities supporting the engineering change request and Engineering change order (ECR ...

The Sourcing Leader leads the company through annual category reviews to identify areas of opportunity, source new vendors, improve product/service quality, negotiate reduced costs and better terms.

The Sourcing Leader leads the company through annual category reviews to identify areas of opportunity, source new vendors, improve product/service quality, negotiate reduced costs and better terms.

$150 - $200/hr

Strategic Sourcing Leader Full Time Houston, TX, US Houston, Texas Full-Time (M-F) Role Summary/Purpose: T h is position requires an experienced, motivated, and innovative Strategic Sourcing Leader ...

Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiations, contract management, cost analysis, and sourcing project leadership. * Strong ability to influence and align stakeholders across multiple functions ...

Strategic Sourcing Leader

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$128K - $166K/yr

Strategic Sourcing Leader We are seeking a candidate to assist with the sourcing and purchasing activities related to all business components of Rain for Rent. The role, which is both strategic and ...

Strategic Sourcing Leader We are seeking a candidate to assist with the sourcing and purchasing activities related to all business components of Rain for Rent. The role, which is both strategic and ...

Sourcing Leader III Atlanta, GA, USA, 30339 $36.48/hr on w2 Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college Minimum of 10 years of Sourcing experience Essential Responsibilities - Internal ...

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will identify synergies and cost savings between the customer ... Collect data and leading supplier service performance score carding, and vendor business reviews ...

The Procurement Sourcing Leader will play a pivotal role in building, maturing, and scaling the supply base for Copeland's next generation of strategic platforms. This role sits at the intersection ...

The Procurement Sourcing Leader will play a pivotal role in building, maturing, and scaling the supply base for Copeland's next generation of strategic platforms. This role sits at the intersection ...

Procurement Sourcing Leader

Boston, MA · On-site

$140K - $150K/yr

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will identify synergies and cost savings between the customer ... Collect data and leading supplier service performance score carding, and vendor business reviews ...

NY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Role Summary The Procurement Sourcing Leader will play a pivotal role in building, maturing, and scaling the supply base for Copeland's next generation of strategic platforms. This role sits at the ...

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How much do sourcing leader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for sourcing leader in the United States is $142,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sourcing leader?

Sourcing Leaders are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing a company's procurement and sourcing strategies. They identify, evaluate, and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure that materials or services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. Sourcing Leaders play a critical role in optimizing supply chains, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting business objectives through strategic sourcing initiatives. Their work often involves cross-functional collaboration with other departments such as operations, finance, and quality assurance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sourcing leader?

To thrive as a Sourcing Leader, you need expertise in procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and negotiation, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with sourcing tools, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and relevant certifications such as CPSM or CSCP is often required. Strong analytical thinking, leadership, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure cost-effective purchasing, risk mitigation, and seamless collaboration across the supply chain.

How does a sourcing leader typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve procurement goals?

A Sourcing Leader works closely with departments such as engineering, finance, legal, and operations to ensure that procurement strategies align with organizational objectives. This role often involves leading cross-functional meetings, gathering input on requirements, and facilitating communication between stakeholders to streamline supplier selection and contract negotiations. By fostering strong internal relationships, Sourcing Leaders help drive cost savings, ensure compliance, and support product development timelines. Effective collaboration is key to managing challenges like shifting priorities or supply chain disruptions.

What is the difference between Sourcing Leader vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectSourcing LeaderProcurement Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field; certifications like CPSM or CSCP are commonSimilar credentials; often holds a bachelor's degree and relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads sourcing strategies, manages supplier relationships, and oversees procurement teamsExecutes purchasing activities, negotiates with suppliers, and manages purchase orders
Industry UsageUsed across industries to develop sourcing strategies and optimize supply chainsCommonly found in procurement departments handling day-to-day purchasing

The main difference is that a Sourcing Leader focuses on developing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships at a strategic level, while a Procurement Specialist handles the operational aspects of purchasing. Both roles require similar credentials and work within the same industry environment, but their scope and responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Sourcing Leader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,500 per year, or $68.5 per hour.

Sourcing Leader

Owens Corning

Toledo, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 105 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

155th of 546 rated manufacturers


Job description

The Sourcing Leader is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships for critical raw material categories that support the Roofing, Nonwovens, and Insulation businesses. Leading a Sourcing professional and rotational talent, this role drives value creation, supply continuity, risk mitigation, and supplier performance through close partnership with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and key business stakeholders. The position oversees approximately $500MM in enterprise spend and works with Sourcing Finance and the Sourcing COE to deliver sustainable value through strategic supplier management and continuous improvement initiatives. This position reports to the Sourcing Director, Roofing SPOC, Global Packaging & Minerals.

Reports to: Director, Roofing Sourcing

Span of Control: 2 direct reports

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Live the Safety standard (Safer Together), adhere to the safety responsibilities

  • Demonstrates compliance with personal safety action plan
  • Adhere to Owens Corning safety policies at all times

Functional Delivery

  • The Sourcing Leader will have overall accountability for the sourcing strategy, supply continuity, supplier performance, risk management, and cost competitiveness of assigned raw material categories across the enterprise. This position will leverage market expertise, supplier relationships, and cross-functional influence to ensure reliable supply while delivering value creation, operational excellence, and long-term business sustainability.
  • Success in this role will require strong alignment with Operations, Manufacturing, Science & Technology, Product Stewardship, Sustainability, Finance, and Legal partners to support enterprise business objectives and strategic growth initiatives.
  • This position will oversee supplier relationships, negotiations, and commercial frameworks while ensuring appropriate contracting strategies are established to mitigate supply, commercial, and operational risk. The Sourcing Leader will work closely with Legal to develop and maintain agreements that balance risk, flexibility, and business needs, including determining when long-term contracts, strategic partnerships, or spot purchases are appropriate.
  • The Sourcing Leader will collaborate with Finance and business stakeholders to identify, validate, and track value creation initiatives while aligning sourcing strategies with operational requirements, customer expectations, and long-range business objectives.

Development and Execution of Strategy

  • Develop and execute category strategies that ensure secure, competitive, and sustainable sources of supply while minimizing operational, geopolitical, market, and sole-source risks. Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships that support enterprise growth, innovation, and operational performance.
  • The Sourcing Leader has overall responsibility for developing sourcing strategies that are thoughtfully analyzed and supported by market intelligence with focused insight on:
    • Global and regional supply and demand dynamics
    • Commodity and specialty raw material market trends
    • Feedstock, energy, transportation, and logistics impacts
    • Supplier financial health and risk monitoring
    • Sustainability and environmental impacts of sourcing decisions
    • Supplier development and strategic partnership opportunities
    • Long-term capacity planning and business continuity
    • Value Creation Initiatives (VCI) and other relevant business metrics
    • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization
  • Strategic direction will be developed through close alignment with business leaders, Operations, Manufacturing, Science & Technology, Finance, Sustainability, and Global Sourcing leadership to ensure sourcing decisions support both short-term operational requirements and long-term enterprise objectives.
  • This position will be expected to regularly brief senior leadership on market conditions, supplier performance, risk assessments, sourcing strategies, and value creation opportunities. Responsibilities include:
    • Monitoring market conditions and understanding impacts on Owens Corning's cost structure and operations.
    • Developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.
    • Maximizing supplier relationships to drive value, innovation, service, and operational performance.
    • Leading commercial negotiations and supplier performance management initiatives.
    • Identifying and executing value creation opportunities through sourcing, logistics, process improvements, and supplier collaboration.
    • Supporting capital projects, business growth initiatives, and new product development through supplier engagement and sourcing expertise.
    • Participating in leadership teams and cross-functional governance processes related to assigned spend categories.

 

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering or related subject required
  • At least 5 years of work experience in Manufacturing or Science/Technology.

Experience:

  • Demonstrated rate of growth and success in prior roles
  • Demonstrated ability to be successful in a fast-paced and dynamic, team-oriented environment
  • Understanding of manufacturing supply chains, including cost structures, transportation, and risk.
  • Demonstrated effective communicator/ presenter.
  • Problem solving and decision making through analytics and data
  • Demonstrated negotiating acumen- inclusive of understanding leverage and value creation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong business acumen with demonstrated analytical ability
  • Proven ability to think and execute strategically
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation and relationship skills are necessary to work with a diverse spectrum of suppliers and stakeholders
  • Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making through analyzing data
  • Ability to work with all orgizational levels both internally and externally
  • Willingness to travel 20-30% of the time
  • Conducts business through Owens Corning's values

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About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages - including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position - to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.


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Owens Corning (OC) develops, manufactures and markets insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composites. Global in scope and human in scale, the company's market-leading businesses use their deep expertise in materials, manufacturing and building science to develop products and systems that save energy and improve comfort in commercial and residential buildings. Through its glass reinforcements business, the company makes thousands of products lighter, stronger and more durable. Ultimately, Owens Corning people and products make the world a better place. Based in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning posted 2017 sales of $6.4 billion and employs 19,000 people in 37 countries. It has been a Fortune 500® company for 64 consecutive years. For more information, please visit www.owenscorning.com. A career at Owens Corning offers the ability to enhance your expertise and achieve your personal and professional aspirations. Through it all, we'll empower you with an environment that encourages open communication and big ideas, competitive pay for your performance, comprehensive benefits, and more opportunities to make your impact.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Toledo, OH, US

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